Speaker: Jason Mercer, Principal – CAST US Due Diligence, CAST US – A Cleveland Avenue Fund.

CAST US is a $70 million initiative that will bridge the capital and resource gap impacting Black, Latinx, and women entrepreneurs in Chicago’s South and West Side neighborhoods.

This series features presentations by capital providers and information about how to access different forms of capital. Each investor or lender will speak on:

• The types of businesses they fund and the funding they make available,

• What makes a successful ask for capital,

• Examples of success stories, and

• How to apply/pitch for funds.

* This is a hybrid event. If you need to join virtually, please look for the Zoom link sent via email before the event.

Questions? Contact polsky@uchicago.edu.